2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1999 Nissan President
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan President weights approximately 516 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tucson | 1999 Nissan President | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Tucson | President |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3040 mm |